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INCI name

P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE

p-Phenylenediamine (PPD)

Hair dyeingreviewed

An aromatic amine used as a component of oxidative hair dyes.

What it is

p-Phenylenediamine (benzene-1,4-diamine, also known as PPD) is an aromatic amine used as a primary intermediate in oxidative hair dyes. CosIng lists it as a hair-dyeing ingredient and also gives it the Colour Index number CI 76060.

Where it is used

Found in permanent hair colours and other oxidative hair dye products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The label does not show its concentration or which other dye components it is combined with.

Functions

Hair dyeing
Imparting color to hair. Hair dyeing preparations may be temporary, semi-permanent, permanent, depending on the length of time the colorant remains on the hair.

EU regulation

EU · Annex III, entry 8ap-Phenylenediamine and its salts
Product type
Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
Conditions and warnings
(a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. ‘ Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary “black henna” tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.’ (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. ‘For professional use only. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary “black henna” tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past. Contains phenylenediamines. Wear suitable gloves.’
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2013/344

Safety Gate alerts (EU)

32 alerts about dangerous cosmetics in the EU mention this substance. An alert concerns a specific product, usually one that breaks EU rules.

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Scientific opinions (SCCS)

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Products with this ingredient (11)

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